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Nigerian Army regains control of X account two months after hacking

Premiumtimesng • November 8, 2026

The Nigerian Army said it has regained control of its official X account more than two months after it was hacked.

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The military said the account had been successfully restored following efforts to resolve the “unauthorised access” reported on 29 August.

In a statement on Sunday, Appolonia Anele, a colonel and acting spokesperson for the army, said administrative control of the account had been fully reinstated.

She said the account was now secured and would resume regular updates on the army’s activities, operations, achievements and institutional developments.

“The successful recovery underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to safeguarding its digital communication platforms, protecting the integrity of information and ensuring the continued use of credible and secure channels for public engagement,” Ms Anele said.

The army thanked Nigerians, media organisations and other stakeholders for their patience and support during the period the account was inaccessible.

It also acknowledged their cooperation in helping sustain access to credible information through its alternative official communication platforms.

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The military urged members of the public to follow the restored account for timely and verified information its activities.

It reaffirmed its commitment to strategic communication, public engagement and strengthening trust between the military and Nigerians.

The army did not explain the process of restoring the account, nor did it mention those responsible for the hacking.

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Nigerian Army Recovers X Account After Cyber Breach The Nigerian Army has restored its official X account, @HQNigerianArmy, after a cyber breach detected on August 29, 2026. The breach involved unauthorized access attempts, prompting the Army to activate protective measures to secure the account. Following a recovery process, the Army confirmed on November 8, 2026, that administrative control has been reinstated. The incident raised concerns about the security of the Army's digital communication channels, although details about the attackers and methods of access were not disclosed. During the disruption, the Army advised the public to rely on alternative verified platforms for information. The restoration allows the Army to resume regular updates on operations and institutional developments. Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, emphasized the importance of maintaining credible communication channels. 4 sources 41

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